2007 BMW 116 vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 116 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
